After six years of experience in cleaning all types of windows, Jeremy Higgins started Awesome ...more

After six years of experience in cleaning all types of windows, Jeremy Higgins started Awesome Window Cleaning LLC in March.

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He also replaces light bulbs and smoke detector batteries.

After deciding to take the step into starting a business, Higgins sought help from the Small Business Development Center at San Juan College, where he received guidance for developing then establishing his idea.

He said his business is licensed and continues to grow, mainly through client recommendations.

So far, he has completed jobs in Farmington, Aztec and Bloomfield, as well as in Arizona and Colorado.

While Higgins does commercial cleaning, the bulk of his work is residences.

"When you go to somebody's home, you can show them the benefits of how dirty the windows were and how clean they are now," he said.

During his work on Wednesday at the shoe store, Higgins used a fanning technique to clean the windows. While he made it look easy to fan, he said it took time for his wrist to get used to the technique.

He said other variables to consider when cleaning windows include the amount of pressure to apply, the type of glass and the temperature of the glass, he said.

While moving in between windows, he said he prefers using a 14-inch squeegee because it is easy to handle.

"It's not too short. It's right in between," he said.

As Higgins was leaving, he noticed someone already had left a spot on one of the front doors, so he paused to clean it.